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Was Isaac Newton Really Hit in the Head With an Apple?

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The story of Newton discovering gravity by getting hit in the head with an apple is a classic. Is there any truth to it? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

How King Arthur Worked

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King Arthur was the hero who saved Britain during troubled times. Read about King Arthur's quests, the literary history and who he might have been.

Do You Know More About Physics Than a 5th Grader?

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Hey there smarty-pants! It's time to put your science skills to the test with the ultimate quiz, to find out if you're smarter than a fifth grader in physics!

Christmas Stories: 'A Christmas Carol'

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'A Christmas Carol' is a classic Christmas story that never fails to entertain. Reacquaint yourself with Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Crachit, and Tiny Tim.

Ultimate Guide to Thomas the Tank Engine

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Thomas the Tank Engine is the best-known fictional locomotive in the world. Here we take a close look at this beloved children's character.

Gertrude Bell Was Victorian England's 'Female Lawrence of Arabia'

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An intrepid world traveler, skilled mountaineer and noted archaeologist, Gertrude Bell broke all the rules at a time when women lived under the oppressive thumb of Victorian-era England.

What's Your UK IQ?

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Knowing the British Isles and Northern Ireland well can be the work of a lifetime - and you need a pretty fine mind to truly understand it. Just how clever are you when it comes to the UK?

36 Funny Cat Names: From Tuna Turner to Kitty Smalls

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Naming a cat is one of the first things pet parents do after welcoming a new feline friend into their family.

16 World-Famous Architects and Their Impact

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We see buildings pop up and get torn down all the time, but some structures (and the architects who designed them) were built to last. These 16 are some of the most famous.

Beyond 'Braveheart': 5 Things We Get Wrong About William Wallace

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The story of Scottish resistance hero William Wallace has morphed into fiction over time, but the truth is actually far more fascinating than the one we see in popular retellings.

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